Sesimbra

Travel Guide

Landscape of Sesimbra, Portugal
Landscape of Sesimbra, Portugal
Loved my peaceful walks on the beach here..
Kayaking along the coast of Sesimbra and Setubal, Portugal 🛶
One of the best experiences I had in Portugal was to do an AirBnB experience and go kayaking along the cliffs south of Lisbon. I’m not athletic by any means, so the experience was pretty tiring for my poor arms, but the views, the water and the beach we stopped at for some packed lunch and well deserved rest were extremely worth it! Especially since the water in Portugal is way too cold to actually go in (in my opinion, as someone who is definitely not used to cold Atlantic ocean waters) and this was the closest I actually got to the water.
I highly recommend it if you have the time and want to do something a bit different while in Lisbon. 
#kayak #kayaking #airbnb #airbnbexperience #arrabida #sesimbra #setubal #cliffs #atlanticocean #ocean #water #portugal
The mountains, sea and bright sunshine create a majestic atmosphere that can be admired from several magical spots: from the castle, the cliffs, Cavalo Fort or from the Quinta de Palames.
 This village’s heritage dates back to Pre-historic times and has been ruled by Romans, Visigoths and Moors.

Where to stay in Sesimbra

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Serra da Azóia

While Serra da Azóia may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Meco Beach and Sesimbra Beach.

Serra da Azóia
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Pinheirinhos

Though Pinheirinhos may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Sesimbra Beach and Meco Beach.

Pinheirinhos
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Carrasqueira

While there might not be top attractions in Carrasqueira, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Arrabida Life and Setubal Peninsula.

Carrasqueira
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Faúlha

While Faúlha isn't home to many top sights, Arrabida Life and Sesimbra Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Faúlha
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Fonte de Sesimbra

Fonte de Sesimbra might not have many top sights, but Arrabida Life and Sesimbra Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Fonte de Sesimbra
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Azóia

While Azóia isn't home to many top sights, Meco Beach and Sesimbra Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Azóia
Sesimbra Oceanfront Hotel - Preferred Hotels and Resorts

Sesimbra Oceanfront Hotel - Preferred Hotels and Resorts

5 out of 5
Rua Navegador Rodrigues Soromenho Sesimbra
Stay at this luxury hotel in Sesimbra. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (469 reviews)
BEUATIFUL PLACE. STUNNING VIEW TO OCEAN FROM ELEVATOR BEACH CALM AND CLEAN

Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025

Sesimbra Oceanfront Hotel - Preferred Hotels and Resorts
Hotel Do Mar

Hotel Do Mar

4 out of 5
Rua General Humberto Delgado, 10 Sesimbra
The price is HK$699 per night from 8 Feb to 9 Feb
HK$699
HK$741 total
8 Feb - 9 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Sesimbra. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (641 reviews)
This is a beautiful hotel in a prime location.

Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025

Hotel Do Mar
Four Points by Sheraton Sesimbra

Four Points by Sheraton Sesimbra

4 out of 5
Rua 4 de Maio, 50 Sesimbra
The price is HK$856 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
HK$856
HK$907 total
25 Jan - 26 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Sesimbra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (510 reviews)
Beautiful hotel and location. Rooms were very clean and comfortable. The breakfast was fantastic!

Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026

Four Points by Sheraton Sesimbra
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
New house 100 metres from the beach in LAGOA DE ALBUFEIRA

New house 100 metres from the beach in LAGOA DE ALBUFEIRA

LAGOA DE ALBUFEIRA
Stay at this beach holiday home in Sesimbra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private pools and a beach locale. Popular attractions Lagoa Pequena and Meco Beach are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (35 reviews)
Great property & location
Great location and property. Very modern, lovely pool & bbq area. Walking distance to the lagoa for SUP and to the sea for big waves. Good restaurants in walking distance & also in the nearby town. A car is needed as there are no supermarkets nearby.

Reviewed on 21 Jun 2025

New house 100 metres from the beach in LAGOA DE ALBUFEIRA
Villa Santa Cruz- Air-conditioned 10 bedroom pool house - Sesimbra Beach

Villa Santa Cruz- Air-conditioned 10 bedroom pool house - Sesimbra Beach

Sesimbra Setúbal
Stay at this family-friendly villa in Sesimbra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private pools and a garden. Popular attractions Arrabida Life and Sesimbra Castle are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (35 reviews)
Family holiday
18 of us stayed in Villa Santa Cruz, 13 adults and 5 kids. The villa was lovely and spacious, lots of bedrooms for us all. The kitchen was great, well stocked with all kitchen utensils, had 2 fridges, one for food and one for drinks, think another oven would have been a great asset for the size of ...

Reviewed on 2 Jun 2025

Villa Santa Cruz- Air-conditioned 10 bedroom pool house - Sesimbra Beach
Peaceful villa with private pool and central heating

Peaceful villa with private pool and central heating

SESIMBRA Setúbal
Stay at this holiday home in Sesimbra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private pools and a beach locale. Popular attractions Arrabida Life and Sesimbra Castle are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (48 reviews)
Family stay good experience
Overall was a good stay, was a bit unsure before travelling as we didn't communicate with the house manager, but they responded 2 days before check in. House was clean and tidy, they accommodated an early check in for part of the group. The house is further from the seaside, about 10 min driving ...

Reviewed on 24 Aug 2023

Peaceful villa with private pool and central heating
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Sesimbra

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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

It is a beautiful area with easy access to beaches and a laid back energy.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Very nice. Great beaches. Good choice of restaurants. Only things letting it down is the amount of building work going on. Sesimbra maybe very different in a few years time. Go now before it losses its charm.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Fantastic beach. 1hr from Lisbon.